As a Physician, you will be responsible for coordination of proactive care for patients with chronic conditions as well as identifying wellness and/or preventative service for clinical patients. This position will work closely with the clinical staff and will report to the Site Medical Director.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Utilizes appropriate and effective patient care plans which includes adequate diagnostic procedures, therapies, use of consultation and referrals, and outcomes.
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Manages patients to assure continuity of care which includes adequate scheduling and tracking of return visits, completion of treatment plans, and follow-up of chronic problems, abnormal tests, and no show appointments.
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Provides whole-person care which includes appropriate
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referrals to the social worker, nutritionist, and mental health professionals.
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integration of biologic, social, psychological and environmental issues.
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Maintains adequate, concise, and legible documentation of patient care.
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Provides and documents appropriate periodic health examinations. (i.e. preschool vision exams, serum cholesterol, pap smears, etc.)
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Educates patients about their diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, medications, preventive care, etc.
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Utilizes appropriate infection control measures, including universal precautions.
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Supervises advance practice nurses in Clinic when assigned.
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Provides consultation and prescription signatures to advance practice nurses when needed.
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Oversees residents in the management of hospital patients.
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Writes daily progress notes in hospital charts.
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Takes phone calls about hospital patients.
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Participate in assigned Quality Assurance/Management in Daily Work activities.
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Regularly attends QA/TQM as required.
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Participates in the physician performance audit as assigned.
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Assists in the development and maintenance of HealthLinc practice guidelines (protocols) as assigned.
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Participates in Total Quality Management (TQM) activities.
- Attends Clinics Provider Group Meetings and hospital section meeting as scheduled.
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Attends required in-service meetings.
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Makes presentations in the community when requested.
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Teaches students and residents as assigned.
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All HealthLinc staff is committed to engage in quality improvement initiatives that align with and support Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH).
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Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Training
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Graduation from an approved medical school
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Completed Residency Program
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Board certification
- DEA certification
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CPR certification
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Indiana State Medical License
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Continuing medical education
Experience
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At least 1-3 years of experience as a physician (not required but highly preferred)
Skills/Job Requirement
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Strong customer service skills
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Strong organizational and time management skills
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Proven ability to work well in a team environment
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to remain flexible and adaptable
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Transportation and valid drivers license
Technology Skills
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Operate a multi-line phone system and other office equipment including printers, fax machines, etc.
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Basic software skills (Microsoft Office, EHR, online sources, etc.)
DIRECT SUPERVISION:
REQUIRED TRAINING:
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All assigned Realis trainings
